Dear Nine Mike Mike

Authors

• Josiah Jack

Document Type

Article

Date

2026

Date of Submission

May 2026

Keywords

Mighty Pen Project, Veteran, Air Force, Poem

Abstract

A poem from a soldier addressing “Nine Mike Mike” meditates on war, trauma, suicide and endurance.

Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.

Author Biography

Josiah Jack is a former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant and combat medic who was awarded the Bronze Star for his service in Afghanistan. After leaving the military, he used his GI Bill to attend film school and now works in the entertainment industry. He has written several stories with The Mighty Pen Project and looks forward to continuing his work with the program. 

Rights

© The Author(s)

Is Part Of

Mighty Pen Project